Welcome to the United States

The U.S. government has resources to help you prepare for your new life in the United States and improve your English.

Newcomer Resources

Welcome to the United States: A Guide for New ImmigrantsThis comprehensive guide contains practical information to help you settle into everyday life in the United States. It also contains basic civics information that introduces you to the U.S. system of government. You can download free copies in 14 languages. You can purchase printed copies in English, Spanish, and Chinese through the U.S. Government Bookstore.

WelcometoUSA.govThis Web portal for new immigrants provides basic information from various government agencies on settling in the United States.

USA.gov and GobiernoUSA.govAs the U.S. government's official portals, USA.gov and the Spanish version GobiernoUSA.gov help the public find information and services on the Web.

English Language Learning Resources

USA LearnsUSA Learns is a website for learning English by watching videos and completing educational activities. This site covers English speaking, pronunciation, listening, reading, spelling, writing, and grammar.

VOA Learning English Site and YouTube ChannelVoice of America’s (VOA) Learning English website provides texts and audio of daily news and information, while the YouTube channel provides captioned videos. Learners build their vocabulary, strengthen their speaking skills, and improve their ability to communicate for work, school, and everyday life.

American EnglishFrom the U.S. Department of State, this site offers a variety of resources to help learners practice English and learn more about the United States and its culture.

America’s Literacy DirectoryFrom the U.S. Department of Education, this site helps learners search for English classes in all 50 states and the U.S. territories.